Edmonton, Alberta (Canada)

Last modified: 2003-08-16 by phil nelson
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• Alberta

Coat of Arms

The coat of arms consists of:

• The mace: Edmonton’s preeminent status as Alberta’s capital city
• The sun emblazoned on the shield: Edmonton’s above-average amount of sunshine
• Winged wheel: Edmonton’s importance as an aviation and industrial centre
• Wavy ribbon: The North Saskatchewan River
• The sheaf: Agriculture
• Explorer (left): The city’s fur trading heritage
• Athena, Goddess of Wisdom (right): Education and the University of Alberta

Flag

The City flag features the Edmonton Coat of Arms on a white field with two blue borders. Blue symbolizes strength and the North Saskatchewan River; White signifies peace
City of Edmonton